TDR performance framework 2018-2023

Overview

Since 2009, both TDR’s Performance Assessment Framework (PAF) and the related annual TDR Results Reports have been increasingly used by TDR contributors and partners. As an evidence-based organization, TDR’s Joint Coordinating Board (JCB) has continuously encouraged the Programme’s core contributors to “harmonize their reporting requirements and accept TDR’s reporting through the JCB”, therefore highlighting the importance of a well-designed performance monitoring and evaluation framework adapted to the Programme’s new strategy.

By utilizing the Performance Assessment Framework 2012- 2017 and the related Key Performance Indicator (KPI) matrix, we noted some opportunities for improvement. These “lessons learnt” allowed us to better clarify indicators’ definitions and wording, evaluate the suitability of measurement methods and replace those that were not feasible or no longer relevant. The set of indicators is more reflective of the drive towards 2030 sustainable development and universal health coverage and even more inclusive of vulnerable populations, which are TDR’s primary focus.

The current revision takes into consideration input from stakeholders. In-depth discussions helped us to crystalize the results chain and the Key Performance Indicator matrix into their current form. Three key issues are specifically addressed in the 2018 revision of TDR’s Performance Framework:

• improving the set of indicators and adapting them to the new strategy;

• adopting the improvements made to the UNEG evaluation framework, including alignment with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the SDGs, such as evaluating gender equality, focus on country capacity, and

• further aligning the indicators with those required by our co-sponsors and by our donors for their own monitoring and reporting.

Overall, TDR’s Performance Framework 2018-2023 provides the tools to measure the Programme’s contribution towards translating innovation to health impact in disease endemic countries (DECs) for the benefit of those burdened by infectious diseases of poverty.